Illinois lowers its FY26 revenue forecast by $536M, forcing tough budget talks and potential cuts to state services.

Illinois' crime-free housing laws enable evictions for minor infractions - such as calling 911 or being accused of a crime - often without a conviction, disproportionately affecting vulnerable ...

Consumer and environmental groups urge Illinois regulators to slash Nicor and Ameren gas rate hike requests for 2026.

Illinois plans to end health coverage for low-income immigrant adults July 1 amid budget concerns and looming federal cuts.

Illinois sues Trump administration over federal policies tying disaster and transit funding to immigration enforcement.

Illinois honors fallen firefighter Cristian Medrano and first responders at the state’s annual memorial and medal ceremony.

“Our identity has been frozen in time, and it’s going to stay frozen in time as long as we’re portrayed as mascots and things of the past,” said Matt Beaudet, a citizen of the Montauk Tribe of Indians ...

Capitol News Illinois reporters Hannah Meisel, Molly Parker and Beth Hundsdorfer were recognized for journalistic excellence ...

Trump halts national climate report, prompting concern from Illinois scientists and lawmakers advancing state-level solutions ...

Illinois’ 290 state parks and 56 historic sites recorded more than 41 million visitors last year, which was the most in 15 years, following several significant capital projects to upgrade and improve ...